Melbourne Victory

Frozen out? A deep dive into the Bruno Fornaroli situation

Christian Marchetti

Nov 3010 min read

Frozen out? A deep dive into the Bruno Fornaroli situation

We delve deeper into the Bruno Fornaroli situation to understand why he has seemingly been frozen out and what his future could hold.

The A-League Men's best defender? Why Jason Geria will be crucial for the Socceroos again

Caydn Foley

Nov 114 min read

The A-League Men's best defender? Why Jason Geria will be crucial for the Socceroos again

Jason Geria is now one of the A-League Men's best defenders, and he will be crucial again for the Socceroos this window, Caydn Foley writes.

Rejuvenated Reno: How Melbourne Victory unlocked Piscopo in Macarthur win

Caydn Foley

Nov 54 min read

Rejuvenated Reno: How Melbourne Victory unlocked Piscopo in Macarthur win

We look at how Melbourne Victory's use of Reno Piscopo as a number 10 instead of a traditional winger helped them beat Macarthur.

Fornaroli or Vergos? Kisnorbo's tough call on Melbourne Victory's strikers

Caydn Foley

Oct 204 min read

Fornaroli or Vergos? Kisnorbo's tough call on Melbourne Victory's strikers

Patrick Kisnorbo will have much on his mind, including his strikers, following Melbourne Victory's draw in their A-League Men season opener.

2024/25 A-League Men preview: A closer look at the Victorian trio

Jake Holub

Oct 1711 min read

2024/25 A-League Men preview: A closer look at the Victorian trio

For this 2024/25 A-League Men preview, we look closely at the three Victorian clubs: Melbourne City, Melbourne Victory, and Western United.

Australia Cup: Early impressions as Kisnorbo's new-look Victory reach Final

Jake Holub

Sep 246 min read

Australia Cup: Early impressions as Kisnorbo's new-look Victory reach Final

FPF analyses an Australia Cup Semi-Final which saw Melbourne Victory win - albeit far from convincingly - against Adelaide United.

Failing to convert: Melbourne Victory's all too familiar issue

Caydn Foley

Feb 165 min read

Failing to convert: Melbourne Victory's all too familiar issue

With Melbourne Victory's 15-game undefeated streak over, Tony Popovic's side must address their all too familiar wastefulness.

How can Melbourne Victory effectively overcome Bruno Fornaroli's absence?

Jake Holub

Jan 306 min read

How can Melbourne Victory effectively overcome Bruno Fornaroli's absence?

FPF looks at how Melbourne Victory can address a Bruno Fornaroli-shaped hole in attack as the team struggles to break down low blocks.

Superb movement, overcoming fatigue, and a Socceroos claim: Fornaroli's incredible four-goal haul

Caydn Foley

Oct 31, 20234 min read

Superb movement, overcoming fatigue, and a Socceroos claim: Fornaroli's incredible four-goal haul

Bruno Fornaroli's four goals on Sunday saw him make lethal runs, overcome fatigue, and stake a claim for a Socceroos recall.

How Melbourne Victory can revitalise their squad for next season

Caydn Foley

May 11, 20234 min read

How Melbourne Victory can revitalise their squad for next season

It was a season to forget for Melbourne Victory. The club is now looking ahead to 2023/24 to try and get back to the A-League Men's summit.

Luis Lawrie-Lattanzio's young rollercoaster journey leads to personal growth and reflection

Antonis Pagonis

Jan 18, 20234 min read

Luis Lawrie-Lattanzio's young rollercoaster journey leads to personal growth and reflection

Luis Lawrie-Lattanzio shared experiences from his career and opened up about his pride in his indigenous identity in an interview with FPF.

Youth in focus: Melina Ayres and Angus Thurgate

Jack Twohill

Dec 17, 20224 min read

Youth in focus: Melina Ayres and Angus Thurgate

This week, FPF presents the best and brightest men and women together in our 'Youth In Focus' series. Two for the price of one, how good!

"I feed off it" - The viral star ready to light up the A-League Women

Cody Ojeda

Nov 9, 20229 min read

"I feed off it" - The viral star ready to light up the A-League Women

Maja Markovski is becoming a fan-favourite in a Melbourne Victory side with several Matildas, internationals, and A-League Women stalwarts.

Your guide to the 2022 A-League Men finals series

Matt Olsen

May 13, 20223 min read

Your guide to the 2022 A-League Men finals series

This A-League Men season has been tumultuous. But the finale for the plate may provide a fresh look at the newly independent first tier.

Resilient Victory's late heroics edging Popovic closer to a first trophy

Thomas Pombart

Dec 31, 20213 min read

Resilient Victory's late heroics edging Popovic closer to a first trophy

Melbourne Victory defeated the Gold Coast Knights in a heated affair that went straight down to the wire at Croatia Sports Centre.

Where it all went wrong for the Melbourne Victory, and why 2021/22 brings renewed hope

Tanner Coad

Nov 19, 20217 min read

Where it all went wrong for the Melbourne Victory, and why 2021/22 brings renewed hope

It’s time for another A-League Men season, and one club that wants to go one or maybe 11 times better than last season is Melbourne Victory.

A-League fans should be excited at the prospect of a resurgent Victory and Wanderers

Patrick Brischetto

Sep 25, 20214 min read

A-League fans should be excited at the prospect of a resurgent Victory and Wanderers

A-League giants Melbourne Victory and the Western Sydney Wanderers have not performed to the level their size demands in recent years.

Free-flowing Victory end Western United's season in humiliating fashion

Thomas Pombart

May 28, 20212 min read

Free-flowing Victory end Western United's season in humiliating fashion

The “West Melbourne Derby” threw up a surprise result when the out of form and shell-shocked Melbourne Victory put six past Western United.

FPF's Player Ratings as Macarthur come from behind to beat Victory

Christian Marchetti

May 6, 20214 min read

FPF's Player Ratings as Macarthur come from behind to beat Victory

Melbourne Victory have succumbed to yet another home defeat after Macarthur came from behind to beat them at AAMI Park.

Acton 8.5, Baumjohann 4: Big Blue Player Ratings

Christian Marchetti

Apr 27, 20214 min read

Acton 8.5, Baumjohann 4: Big Blue Player Ratings

Sydney FC have been fortunate to escape with victory in the 55th Big Blue after a subpar performance against an improved Melbourne Victory.